1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 633 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Giulietta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
